Afton Chemical

The practice was asked to undertake a feasibility appraisal for a new European headquarters building either as a new build, or refurbishment of the existing office building. Important to the client was the embodiment of their culture and ‘passion for solutions’ within any proposal.

The design used louvres as a mechanism for combined solar shading, branding, buffering of traffic noise, framing and concealing views. Coupled with screen printed or laser cut designs and rotating capability, the louvred elevations provide a dynamic face for the client and their HQ..